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This is a picture representing the fear I had about what my siblings might think about my story
Family

Why Bother Considering Our Fear?

  I have respect for my fears. Over the years, I’ve recognized that when I have second thoughts, hesitations, or some anxiety about a decision I’ve made, it is wise to take a little time to investigate where that apprehension originates from.  Moving Forward? I am familiar with the acronym for fear that goes like…
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Mental Health

Why Bother Being Creative?

I admire the seemingly inborn talent of artists, musicians and storytellers. When I stroll through art galleries, I admire how the artisan can create abstract or realistic scenes using their imagination, perspective and color. When I watch musicians perform I am enthralled with their ability to make beautiful sounds from their instrument and when I…
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Faith

Why Bother Noticing a Favorable Time?

Recently, while visiting with a friend, she asked me, “How long did it take you to write your book?”  “To actually write and publish it, took only about two years. But it simmered in my head for more than thirty years.”  Over Time I was always aware of the story of my father’s suicide that…
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This a picture for my blog. Why Bother Being Grounded?
Health

Why Bother Being Grounded?

Soon after I earned my yoga certification, an instructor asked if I’d like to teach her yin class. I hesitated, but only for a moment. Even though my preference for yoga leaned more toward the kind that made me sweat along with challenging my strength, I believed it would be good for me to accept…
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